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All Star Pizza Bar

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Friday, September 7, 2018 at 3:39 PM

Address
204 CAMBRIDGE ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
15 inspections
6 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-602.11 B2
✓ Corrected

Labeling of Ingredients

Three types of drinks in open air cooler (grabnGo) with no labels. Remove provide proper labeling.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 01.3.602
⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11
✓ Corrected

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Black soils in ice machine. EMPTY CLEAN AND SANITIZE BEFORE REFILLING. Soiled knives store with clean . remove .Clean

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 10-3-304.12
✓ Corrected

Food Utensil Storage

Pizza cutter store in cold stagnant water. Remove . Store dry and clean or in water 140F and above.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 10.3.304
• MINOR 13-2-304/402.11
✓ Corrected

Clean Cloths Hair Restraint

Staff without hair restraints. Provide

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 13.2.304
• MINOR 23-4-602.13
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Mouse dropping along all ledges in basement . Clean to remove .

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department